Nigerian comedian Josh2Funny took to Instagram to address a brewing controversy. Fans had been urging Josh2Funny to remove fellow comedian Deeone from his long-running show The Audition due to Deeone’s controversial remarks about activist VeryDarkMan. In a strongly worded statement, Josh2Funny defended his decision to keep Deeone, emphasizing their long-standing collaboration since 2017 and the show’s global audience.
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Josh2Funny’s statement, begins with a clear message: “Let me quickly address something! For you people saying I should get Deeone off THE AUDITION, first it won’t work.” He explains that The Audition, a comedy series he started in 2017, has relied on Deeone’s contributions from the beginning. “I started in 2017 and me and Deeone has played a key roll on the show, he used to turn up for me anytime I need him,” Josh2Funny wrote, highlighting their professional bond.
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The comedian also pointed out the diversity of his audience, stating, “Nigerians are not the only ones that watch THE AUDITION so I can’t take Deeone out because you are ratel.” The term “ratel,” a jab at critics influenced by VeryDarkMan, reflects Josh2Funny’s frustration with what he sees as unfair pressure. He emphasized that his show is about comedy, not “rants and talking about people,” and concluded with a call for peace: “PEACE AND LOVE, DONT PLAY, EVERYWHERE GOOD MY PEOPLE, SHALOM!” The Josh2Funny Deeone The Audition controversy centers on this refusal to bow to public pressure, rooted in loyalty and artistic integrity.
The Josh2Funny Deeone The Audition controversy stems from Deeone’s ongoing feud with VeryDarkMan, a Nigerian activist known for his outspoken critiques. Deeone has faced backlash for his “controversial comments” about VeryDarkMan, prompting some fans to demand his removal from The Audition. VeryDarkMan, described as a “rising star of Nigerian activism” by , has a wide reach, influencing public opinion and fueling the calls for Deeone’s ouster. Josh2Funny, however, remains steadfast, he emphasized the show’s purpose: “The Audition is a comedy series—not a platform for rants or personal attacks.”
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The Audition, which began in 2017, has grown into a fan-favorite with an international audience, making Josh2Funny reluctant to alter its dynamic based on local sentiments. His loyalty to Deeone, a collaborator since the show’s inception, underscores the tension between personal values and public pressure in the Josh2Funny Deeone The Audition controversy.
